Choose Your Impact
ANNUAL FUND MEMBERSHIP
Starting at $125/year we invite you to join our community of supporters who keep The Midland's magic alive year-round. Your membership doesn't just support our mission—it connects you to exclusive experiences and behind-the-scenes access.
Your Member Benefits:
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Exclusive pre-sale access to all concerts and events
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Meet-and-greet opportunities with performers (when available)
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Member-only updates and behind-the-scenes content
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Priority customer service
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Recognition as a valued community supporter
Your Impact: Annual memberships provide the steady, reliable funding that keeps our 50+ shows running, our educational programs thriving, and our doors open to the community.
One-Time Donation
Make a Gift Any amount makes a difference. We have gifts from $25 or $2,500, and each gift directly supports the programs and performances that make The Midland special. Your tax-deductible donation goes to work immediately in our community.
Ways to Give:
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Online: Secure, instant donation
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Text: Text "MIDLAND" to 614.230.0347
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Mail: Send check to The Midland Theatre
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Phone: Call 740.345.5483
Your Impact: One-time gifts fund everything from Yellow Bus Series transportation to Stage Door program materials to emergency equipment repairs that keep our shows going.
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LEGACY GIVING
Join our Encore Society by including The Midland Theatre in your will or trust. This meaningful gift costs you nothing today but ensures Newark's cultural heart beats strong for future generations.
Your Legacy Impact:
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Preserve live theater for your children and grandchildren
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Support arts education in perpetuity
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Ensure The Midland remains accessible to all families
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Create lasting change in Licking County's cultural landscape
Flexible Options:
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Designated gifts for specific programs you care about
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Undesignated gifts for The Midland's highest needs
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Percentage or specific dollar amount bequests
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Trust arrangements for ongoing support
Corporate Giving
Partner with Newark's cultural cornerstone. Corporate support of The Midland Theatre demonstrates your commitment to community enrichment while connecting your brand with nearly a century of excellence. From sponsorships to employee engagement opportunities, we'll work with you to create meaningful partnerships that make an impact.
Ready to explore partnership opportunities? Complete the form below and our Development Director will be in touch to discuss how we can work together.
Be the REason Magic happens at the midland
Your support doesn't just keep our doors open—it creates moments that transform lives, builds community connections, and ensures our community's cultural heart beats strong for generations to come.
Every year, thousands of families create memories in our historic seats. Students discover their voices through our educational programs. Local artists find their stage to share their talents. This is what your support creates—not just performances, but possibilities.
Program Highlights
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50+ annual performances
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Community partnerships
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Affordable access for all families
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Yellow Bus Series
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Stage Door (music discovery)
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Concert Truck Series
The Reality
Ticket sales cover only 50% of what it takes to keep The Midland's programs running. Your support bridges the gap between what we earn and what we need to thrive.
